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Libraries are one of the few places left in the world where there's something for everyone. They're not just for books— they also run community events, groups, activities, daycares, cafes, and much, much more.

The news comes as a shock to many who love the library, especially those who recognize it as one of the last public places you can be without the expectation of spending money, which is like an oasis in today's world.

Genuine Qs: What can individual people do to support libraries right now?

Should I keep being late with returning things & rack up late fees?
Should we be making donations?
Take out 1000s of books?

The Ontario library system is run mainly through two branches, the Southern Ontario Library Service (SOLS) and Ontario Library Service-North. SOLS CEO Barbara Franchetto says funding will have to be cut by 50 per cent and absorbed into the current fiscal year.

Province slashes Ontario Library Service funding by 50% https://t.co/sts3BU515L reading gave me a career and saved me a few times too. 💔💔💔

The province's budget, recently released to the chagrin and joy of many on both sides of the political spectrum. It included plans to cut funding to the Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sport (which funds the Ontario Library Service) from $1.55 billion to $1.49 billion.

#Libraries are so much more than books. They are access to computers & internet. They are learning hubs, free workshops.